9 Grooming Products You Need for 2018

We’re just a couple of weeks into a new year, and you’re probably trying to stay focused on all the resolutions you made at the beginning of the month. Whether it was working out more than three times a week, focusing on your finances, or eating healthier, chances are you have an endless amount of goals to set and things you want to accomplish. With a new year, it’s also the perfect excuse to switch up your grooming routine. To keep your hair, skin, and body well-groomed this year, it's time to upgrade the products and tools you're storing in your medicine cabinet and shower caddy. We searched far and wide for a few new essentials that you won’t be able to live without once you try them.

Kerstin Florian MEN Clarifying Exfoliating Scrub

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To tackle the dirt and oil that can get trapped in your pores, you need to add an exfoliating scrub like this one to your regimen. It includes everything including jojoba beads, seeds, chamomile extract to soothe, and geranium oil for antibacterial benefits. Not only is it good for your skin but it also helps you get a better shave so you’ll always look sharp. "Using a non-oily scrub before shaving removes surface cells from around the hair follicle to allow for a closer shave," says Michelle Olson, vice president of education and marketing for the brand. "The key is to use on damp skin with cool water and massage gently so there is no heat or friction to potentially inflame or irritate the skin."

The Art of Shaving Oud Shaving Cream

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You've had the same shaving cream and gel for years. It works, but why not try something new? This one turns into a foamy, rich lather that makes shaving feel way more luxurious. The oud scent doesn’t hurt either, and it's ideal for a non-irritating shave. “It’s made of moisturizing ingredients, like coconut acid and glycerin, plus natural essential oils without any harsh foaming agents or synthetic dyes,” says Sergey Uvaydov, barber at The Art of Shaving.

Whatever the temps are outside, dry, cracked lips are inevitable, and you need to make sure you're doing something about it. But not all lip balms are created equal. “A double duty moisturizer and sun protectant is important for a lip balm,” says dermatologist Dr. Anthony Rossi. This balm from Jack Black, aside from smelling great, is a good choice because it does both and includes shea butter. “A shea butter based balm will give added moisture especially if you already have chapped lips,” he says.

MALIN+GOETZ Grooming Kit

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Get ready to ditch the standard gym locker room and hotel toiletries in favor of this TSA-friendly skin and body essentials kit. Inside you'll find deodorant, face wash, body wash, moisturizer, and shaving cream. And best of all the bag that it all comes inside makes it so you’ll be able to grab it and go at a moment's notice.

Philip B. Peppermint and Avocado Volumizing and Clarifying Shampoo

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Great hair starts in the shower, and there’s no better time to refresh your scalp for your best head of hair yet than right now. This clarifying shampoo checks all the boxes, purifying and fortifying for healthy strands with greater shine and softness. The invigorating scent will also instantly wake you up during your morning shower.

Clarisonic Alpha Fit

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The Alpha Fit sonic cleansing device comes with special features and a specially designed brush head for even the toughest skin. It offers two speeds, one for prepping skin before shaving and the other for a deep clean whether you have a beard or need extra cleansing power when you’re done working out. And it’s also extremely portable so you can throw it in your gym bag or your carry-on for a weekend getaway.

Cartier 'L'Envol de Cartier' Perfumed Grooming Oil

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This face and beard oil softens your skin, tames tangled beard hair, and delivers a neat, clean look which can sometimes be a challenge when you have facial hair that is rarely kept in check. And because it also contains the same notes as the brand’s L’Envol de Cartier scent, you can save the cologne for another day.

Tweezerman G.E.A.R. Moustache Scissors & Comb

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It’s time to start caring for your beard the same way you care for the rest of your hair and skin. These scissors with sharp, straight blades offer precise trimming. You’ll never have to worry about going overboard and cutting off too much hair again, and it'll be much easier to get the hair above your lip just right. The comb also makes it easy to sculpt each hair in the direction you want before you start.

Harry’s Face Lotion

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There's a reason we included this in our Men's Health Box. Most of us forget to apply sunscreen every day but it’s truly essential. This mineral SPF face lotion moisturizes and protects against the most harmful UVB/UVA rays. It hydrates your skin but will feel so light on your face that you’ll actually forget that you’re wearing it until you look in the mirror and realize how much better your skin looks.

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